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WN51 LUZ

2001 Fiat Brava

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2014
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

65,896 mi
Last recorded65,896 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Fiat Brava63,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN51 LUZ
MakeFiat
ModelBrava
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2013 65,896 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 65,895 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 61,299 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

discs look worn pads low

no oil in engine (topped up)

radiator water low and contaminated

Fail 10 Dec 2012 61,298 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

discs look worn pads low

no oil in engine (topped up)

radiator water low and contaminated

Pass 30 Nov 2011 56,570 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

drivers door stay broken

nsr indicator has temporary repair over broken lens

oil leak at oil filter

Fail 30 Nov 2011 56,570 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

drivers door stay broken

nsr indicator has temporary repair over broken lens

oil leak at oil filter

Fail 1 Oct 2010 50,771 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

nsr lens cracked/damaged

Pass 1 Oct 2010 50,771 miles

nsr lens cracked/damaged

Pass 2 Oct 2009 45,359 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 41,313 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 25 Aug 2008 41,191 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2006 31,165 miles

as before

Fail 4 Jul 2006 31,165 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Fiat Brava?

Based on 402,321 MOT tests across 58,126 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
5,649
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
58,126
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 57,026
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 33,561
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 22,464
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,482
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 14,757
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WN51 LUZ is a 2001 Fiat Brava in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Fiat Brava models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 63,317 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Fiat Brava fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 57,026 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WN51 LUZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Fiat Brava typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Fiat Brava is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WN51 LUZ registered?

WN51 LUZ is a 2001 Fiat Brava, first registered on 21 September 2001.

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